How many play in boots with tapered heels

Scott Appleton · Post by **Scott Appleton** » 10 Feb 2020 11:52 am

I used to play in boots but now i just play in regular shoes. How about you . Still play in boots.

Dustin Kleingartner · Post by **Dustin Kleingartner** » 10 Feb 2020 12:45 pm

I play in shoes. My boot heels are too tall for my volume pedal (or maybe it's the other way around).
I long for a western boot with the sole of a tennis shoe

Erv Niehaus · Post by **Erv Niehaus** » 10 Feb 2020 12:55 pm

You need a pair of genuine "woose" moccasins!

Jacek Jakubek · Post by **Jacek Jakubek** » 10 Feb 2020 3:34 pm

Erv Niehaus wrote:You need a pair of genuine "woose" moccasins!

Keep on spreading the news about the leather moccasins, Erv. That's how I heard about them, from you guys mentioning them on this forum. Now I don't want to play in anything else. They're the best. Other brands of moccasins work, too, as long as they're the "soft-soled" kind, which allow you to feel the pedals the most.

Larry Baker · Post by **Larry Baker** » 10 Feb 2020 5:13 pm

I play in cowboy boots. the only thing I've ever played in. Tried tennis shows, that didn't work.

Carl Williams · Post by **Carl Williams** » 10 Feb 2020 5:25 pm

Roper Cowboy boots with walking heel. Iâ€™ve recently bought some Luchese Calf Skin Ropers...VERY comfortable.

Kevin Fix · Post by **Kevin Fix** » 10 Feb 2020 6:31 pm

Almost 40 years in socks. Tried using shoes years ago. Could not feel the correct rocking motion when pedaling. Could not feel what I wanted to feel. Works for me across all 8 pedals.

Dave Hopping · Post by **Dave Hopping** » 10 Feb 2020 10:03 pm

Played in (and wore) boots for decades,until the heel got too tall for my feet.Most of the time,it's black running shoes that look like the regular kind.... I have brought along a pair of boots a few times and changed before the gig started. I still like that.

Erv Niehaus · Post by **Erv Niehaus** » 11 Feb 2020 8:07 am

Jacek,
Yes, they're the best!

Erv

Fred Treece · Post by **Fred Treece** » 11 Feb 2020 10:02 am

I wear Tecova and Justin boots with a riding heel. I can get by with just about anything short of snowshoes now, but the boots get my legs and feet aligned the way I like.

I did buy a pair of Ervâ€™s Minnetonka mocs for chummin around the house.

Erv Niehaus · Post by **Erv Niehaus** » 11 Feb 2020 10:06 am

Fred,
You can use those for "woose" hunting also!

Erv

Fred Treece · Post by **Fred Treece** » 11 Feb 2020 10:08 am

I think we have a couple of those critters under the couch.

Erv Niehaus · Post by **Erv Niehaus** » 11 Feb 2020 10:13 am

Stomp 'em with your mocs!

Erv

Roy Carroll · Post by **Roy Carroll** » 11 Feb 2020 10:45 am

Being from Texas, I've always played in boots with riding heels. I do not use pointed toes though. I prefer to use a rounded toe. The pointed toed boots that Emmons and Day wore , back in the day gets in the pedals too deep for me. When the band dresses up or you are in a uniform anything else is not acceptable and will get you fired.

John De Maille · Post by **John De Maille** » 11 Feb 2020 1:16 pm

I've been playing in cowboy boots for a very long time. I feel very comfortable in them and never have a problem. Some other steel players have asked me about how do I play in those boots? I say it's what I'm used too.
However, during practice or working a hot summer gig, I usually wear moccasins by Merril.
Funny thing did happen though. I had to do a session wearing my Timberland steel toed work boots. It was a strange feeling, but, after a few moments it all came together without a hitch.

Larry Johnson · Post by **Larry Johnson** » 11 Feb 2020 4:20 pm

I play with cowboy boots with tapered heels. I tried sneakers , but just don't like it as well.

Mack Quinney · Post by **Mack Quinney** » 11 Feb 2020 4:20 pm

I had a similar post not to long ago. Basically I had very difficult time playing in boots. This past weekend I played in boots! I practiced all week with boots, and come show time, just put it out of my mind. I used the square toe boots, and all went well. Mind over matter. Good luck with your journey!

Mack

Jack Stoner · Post by **Jack Stoner** » 12 Feb 2020 3:07 am

I usually wear boots but can wear tennis shoes, dress shoes, etc. Just can't play without shoes as some do.

Paddy Long · Post by **Paddy Long** » 12 Feb 2020 2:14 pm

I prefer my boots, but I can play in almost anything except bare feet

Bobby D. Jones · Post by **Bobby D. Jones** » 15 Feb 2020 9:45 pm

When I am home, wood shedding I wear Moccasins, House Slippers or any smooth soled shoe.
When I play with a band I wear Tapered heel cowboy boots. My favorite boot is SAGE Zipper Entry, With soft leather tops. I am on my 3rd set. They have Size 9 EEEE that fits my Ducky Feet perfect.

Don R Brown · Post by **Don R Brown** » 16 Feb 2020 5:18 am

Proof that John can play that thing standing up, sitting down, or lying on his side!

Here's a better look at John, to save our necks from damage.

Bill Duncan · Post by **Bill Duncan** » 16 Feb 2020 7:31 am

Cowboy boots, always

Danny Naccarato · Post by **Danny Naccarato** » 16 Feb 2020 8:28 am

Boots. No square toes though. With size 14â€™s you wind up mashing 3 pedals at a time.

Bill Duncan · Post by **Bill Duncan** » 16 Feb 2020 3:31 pm

Cowboy boots must have smooth soles. I have some with a tread that can catch the pedal edge and hang.

Lynn Fargo · Post by **Lynn Fargo** » 16 Feb 2020 7:39 pm

Boots! Otherwise, I can't reach my knee levers. Only 5'2. I actually even need a higher seat than standard.